We are looking for an experienced Accountant / Tax Practitioner to join a well-established accounting firm in South Africa.
24th July, 2026
A well-established accounting and tax practice in South Africa is looking to appoint an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant / Tax Practitioner to join its growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who enjoys working in a client-focused environment and has strong technical accounting, payroll, and tax experience.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the full payroll function (weekly and monthly payrolls).
Prepare and submit all payroll-related SARS returns, including EMP201, EMP501, and U-Filing submissions.
Perform full-function bookkeeping from source documents through to trial balance.
Prepare and submit VAT returns.
Draft financial statements.
Liaise professionally with clients and provide ongoing accounting and tax support.
Ensure accuracy, compliance, and high-quality work across all client portfolios.
Requirements
Previous experience in an accounting, bookkeeping, audit, or tax practice.
Strong knowledge of payroll administration and SARS compliance.
Experience preparing financial statements.
Proficiency in Xero, Sage, Draftworx, and CaseWare.
Excellent computer literacy.
Strong planning and organisational skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Proactive approach with the ability to work independently.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Professional, client-focused attitude with high standards of work.
If you are a motivated accounting professional based in South Africa looking to join a reputable firm where quality and client service are valued, we would love to hear from you.